Beats Definition & Meaning

beats
noun
  1. a United States youth subculture of the 1950s; rejected possessions or regular work or traditional dress; for communal living and psychedelic drugs and anarchism; favored modern forms of jazz (e.g., bebop)

"Beats" in song lyrics

See how beats is used in real songs:

  • "Hypnotize 'em wit the beats"
    11/5 — Blockstyle Murderah
  • "Lounge Mode, Code:Red, we collide on beats"
    1.4.0. Productions f/ Lounge Lo, Polite, Shawn Wigs — Back on the Grind
  • "I sip my v-dozen on the street, bump my beats"
    2 Live Crew f/ Ice-T — The Real One

Usage tips for "beats"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "beats" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for beats to find words that pair well.

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